CChander Pahar, written by Bibhutibhushan Bandopadhyay, has been a source of courage, dreams, and discovery for generations. For most, Shankar's journey through the African wilderness exists quite literally only in the ink and pages of literature. For one explorer however, that narrative manifested into a living, breathing
Experience Lamahatta, the mountain streams, eco-parks, and boutique hospitality create an unforgettable Himalayan retreat
Jhargram is often called the heart of Junglemahal. This district of West Bengal is blessed with the spellbinding beauty of nature. The red laterite roads, forests of sal, mahua, jarul, and pial trees, countless species of birds, bears, rabbits, and deer—all together create a breathtaking kingdom
A meditative hill, and at its base, a river rests in silence. As far as the eye can see, stretches of green forests filled with sal, palash, and teak trees surround the scene. Amidst this quiet beauty stands Murguma, a serene reservoir at the foothills of the
Nobody does terracotta (burnt clay) quite like Bengal. And this skill has stood the test of history. For centuries, Bengal’s craftspeople have used terracotta to craft objects ranging from enormous temples and mosques to small dolls and articles of daily use. In part, the use of terracotta
Uttar (North) Dinajpur would probably not feature prominently on a list of Bengal’s most popular tourist destinations. But that trend is gradually turning, thanks to such attractions as the Raiganj Wildlife Sanctuary. Popularly known as Kulik Bird Sanctuary because of the Kulik river running alongside it, this
Marble Lake is Purulia’s monsoon masterpiece
Remember that scene from Feluda movie Sonar Kella? Where peacocks reigned? Peacock, the National Bird as pompously explained by Jatayu in his comical flair and the peacocks that frightened away the impostor Dr Hazra. If you are fascinated by the beauty of India’s national bird, then you
Bijanbari is a peaceful hamlet situated at a height of 2,500 feet, only 15 kilometres from Darjeeling. It is one of the few locations where the monsoon creates enchanting landscape paintings. This tranquil hamlet becomes a verdant paradise during the rainy season, which lasts from June
Should we call it soul food? Comfort food? Or just an easy recipe to soothe you down when you catch a cold? In whichever way one defines this mixture of rice and lentils, Bengal’s khichuri is one of the most delicious dishes of the world. So much